Emrys
Emrys is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Immortal or divine.
Origin and history
Emrys is a traditional Welsh masculine name derived from the Latin Ambrosius. Historically associated with Welsh lore and the legend of Merlin (Myrddin Emrys), it has grown in usage in the United States in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,310 babies in the United States have been named Emrys since 1880. It ranks #3396 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1236.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.1 %)
- TX (13.9 %)
- FL (11.8 %)
- NY (7.3 %)
- WA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 22 |
| 2010-2019 | 542 |
| 2020-2029 | 741 |
Famous people named Emrys
- Emrys Hughes: Politician, Journalist
- Emrys James: Actor
Fun facts
- In Welsh mythology, Myrddin Emrys is the full Welsh name associated with the legendary figure of Merlin.
- It is the native Welsh form of the Latin name Ambrosius, which originates from the Greek word for immortal.